Central Cascades Wilderness Permit - Day Use

Name: Central Cascades Wilderness Permit - Day Use
Address: Central Cascades Wilderness Permit - Day Use, Oregon
Telephone: 541-383-5300
Rating: 4.2417493

Deschutes National Forest

Visitors ALWAYS assume risks when entering trails in natural areas, but in burned areas, those risks are greater. Your safety is in your hands! Know Before You Go and learn more about safely recreating in burned areas here: Burned Area Safety Tips

Permits are released daily at 0700 PDT in a 10 and 2 day rolling window in advance of the hiking date. The first day for the permit season is June 15th and runs through October 15th. A digital PDF permit on a mobile devices is acceptable for showing proof of permit.

There are two types of permits available for visiting the Central Cascades Wilderness areas of Oregon:

Central Cascades Wilderness Permits - Day Use
Central Cascades Wilderness Overnight Permits

Overnight permits are not intended for Day Use.

Additional details can be found on our webpage: USFS Central Cascades Wilderness Permits .

The Central Cascades wilderness areas of Oregon are home to iconic mountain peaks, high alpine meadows and lakes, and old growth forests. Crystal clear streams, wildflower meadows, rugged mountain views, young lava flows, and much more can be found in the Mount Jefferson, Mount Washington and Three Sisters Wilderness areas.

Backpacking, day hiking, mountaineering and horseback riding are the most common forms of recreation in the area during the short summer season, after snow has receded. Opportunities for nature photography also abound. Cross-country travel skills are necessary to access many of the high lakes and mountain peaks.

Easily accessed by population centers in central and western Oregon, while drawing visitors from around the world, the wilderness permit system was established to ensure the protection of these landscapes now and into the future.

There are no restroom facilities within these wilderness areas. Visitors must practice 'Leave No Trace' skills, including properly disposing of human and pet waste and carrying out all trash. Depending on the trailhead used for entry, facilities may include parking, bathrooms, picnic tables, stock hitching posts and wilderness and interpretive information about the area.

Visitors can secure up to 12 permits per day if quota is available under one reservation. The named person on the permit must be present with the group at all times. Permits are non-transferable and each printed or PDF copy of a permit is unique and you will need one for each member of your group.

There are two types of permits available for visiting the Central Cascades Wilderness areas of Oregon:

Central Cascades Wilderness Permits - Day Use
Central Cascades Wilderness Overnight Permits

Overnight permits are not intended for Day Use.

Additional details can be found on our webpage: USFS Central Cascades Wilderness Permits .

Need to Know

Day Use Permit Rules
Day use permits are only valid for entry on the date and trailhead listed on the permit.
Day Use Permit Rules
Day use permits are required at this trailhead from June 15th through October 15th.
Day Use Permit Rules
Day use permits are valid for entry per person and are non-transferable. The group leader must be present at all times.
Early Season Access
Some trailheads may not be accessible to vehicles until mid/late-June, including McKenzie Highway (Oregon 242) and the Cascade Lakes Highway. Go to Tripcheck.com for the latest information.
Early Season Access
Some trails often remain snow covered into late June.
Campfire Information
Campfires are not allowed above 5,700’ elevation and at additional lower elevation destinations.
Plan Ahead
Some trails may enter recently burned areas. Know Before You Go and learn more about safely recreating in burned areas here: Burned Area Safety Tips
Plan Ahead
Hikers and equestrians should obtain a detailed map of the area before planning a trip, and inquire in advance about trail conditions, particularly early in the season.
Plan Ahead
Visitors must practice 'Leave No Trace' skills, including properly disposing of human and pet waste and carrying out all trash. Visit www.LNT.org for more information.
Plan Ahead
Some trailheads require a day use fee for site amenities; please see the list of recreation sites where day use fees are charged . This fee is available for purchase at the trailhead.

Booking Windows

The Central Cascades Wilderness Permit Season begins June 15th and runs through October 15th. Day-use permits are released on a 10 and 2-day rolling window before the hiking date starting on June 5th and June 13th respectively at 7:00am PDT. There are no full season advance sales.

Changes and Cancellations

Reservation fee is nonrefundable. See Facility Rates for fees.

Contact Information

Mailing Address

63095 Deschutes Market Road Bend OR 97701

Phone Number

541-383-5300

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